Ross Goldingay

Ross Goldingay is an Adjunct Professor in the Faculty of Science and Engineering at Southern Cross University (SCU), specializing in wildlife ecology. He holds a BSc(Hons) from the University of New South Wales and a PhD from the University of Wollongong, completed part-time while researching the ecology of the yellow-bellied glider. His career at SCU spans over 27 years, with a focus on arboreal mammals, pollination ecology, and habitat restoration. He has authored over 150 peer-reviewed publications and book chapters. Ross teaches second-year Ecology and Wildlife Conservation courses and serves as Editor-in-Chief of Australian Mammalogy.

Education:

• BSc(Hons), University of New South Wales
• PhD, University of Wollongong
• Postdoctoral Research, University of California Riverside

Research Interests:

• Threatened species ecology (gliders, koalas, frogs)
• Habitat restoration via glide poles and nest boxes
• Fire ecology impacts and post-wildfire recovery
• Urban wildlife conservation strategies

His research highlights include pioneering habitat restoration techniques and long-term monitoring of species like the yellow-bellied glider. Ross actively collaborates with community groups such as the Friends of the Koala and the Bendigo Field Naturalist Club.

Teaching & Supervision:

• Supervised 7 completed PhD and 2 MSc students, plus 25+ honours students
• Teaches Ecology and Wildlife Conservation courses

Awards & Recognition:

• No specific awards listed, but recognized for extensive contributions to conservation science

Labs & Teams:

• Editor-in-Chief, Australian Mammalogy
• Lead researcher in habitat connectivity projects